Ponderosa Homes Offers New Move-In Ready Desert Residences with Generous Broker Co-Op

COACHELLA VALLEY, CA, July 10, 2011 (Press-News.org) Now is the time to take advantage of the desert's best selections at Legends At The Gallery in Palm Desert and The Villas At Paradiso in Indio. Presenting unmatched comfort and beauty, both Ponderosa gated communities offer outstanding move-in ready homes and pricing that proves quality doesn't have to cost more. Plus, right now, with an incredible 4% broker co-op at Legends and 3% broker co-op at The Villas, there is no time to waste. Visit these extraordinary communities right away to take advantage of this rare summertime opportunity while you still can.

It's an ideal time to explore Legends At The Gallery's immediate move-in homes in desirable Palm Desert. Among them is Lot 148, a Plan 1 home, priced at just $317,900. This approximately 2,361-square-foot spacious detached home features two expansive master suites, two and one-half baths and a two-bay garage with storage area. Each luxuriously appointed master suite is enhanced by a pampering master bath that includes a two-piece Lasco soaking tub and shower. An inviting, open-design kitchen has granite slab countertops, sleek black GE appliances and rich tobacco-finish beech wood cabinetry. See this home right away and discover its unmatched benefits.

Other homes in the gated Legends community start from the mid $300,000s with approximately 2,361 to 2,792 square feet. They present today's most sought-after design features, up to three bedrooms, three baths and two- to three-bay garages. Their relaxed elegance is expressed in open, airy great rooms and entertainment-friendly kitchens, generous homesites and landscaped front yards. Select plans offer popular dual master suites, and all capture the spirit of luxurious desert living.

Just moments from Desert Willow Golf Resort, Palm Valley and Indian Ridge Country Clubs, Legends' great location is close to shopping, recreation and schools. Visit now to take advantage of move-in ready homes. From Palm Springs, take I-10 East and exit Monterey Ave. and turn right (south), left on Gerald Ford, left on Rembrandt Pkwy. and then left on Matisse Dr. to the models located at 35-919 Matisse Dr. Legends' new models and sales center are open Thursday through Sunday from 9 am to 5 pm and Monday from 2 to 5 pm. Closed Tuesday and Wednesday. Learn more about unique designs and desert living at LegendsPalmDesert.com or by calling Casey Erickson at 760-346-7225.

Among the move-in ready homes at The Villas At Paradiso in Indio are the 1C, 3B and 3A plans. Lot 78, a Plan 3A home located on the green belt, includes four bedrooms, three and one-half baths and approximately 3,183 square feet of living space. This energy-efficient home features a study, rear covered patio, granite countertops and toffee-finish maple cabinetry in the open-style kitchen, a three-bay tandem garage, front yard landscaping and more. Priced at just $319,000, this is a must-see opportunity.

Other Villas designs begin from surprisingly low prices starting in the high $200,000s. Three- to four-bedroom plans feature flowing indoor-outdoor living spaces that blend interior courtyards, porches and covered patio rooms into floor plans of approximately 2,598 to 3,522 square feet.

Located at the hub of the Coachella Valley, Indio, known as the City of Festivals, presents a range of events and festivities for residents to enjoy. From the world-renowned Coachella Music Festival to historic cultural arts, date and tamale festivals, annual events showcase the richness of this great city. Endless outdoor recreation includes numerous parks, golf and tennis facilities, equestrian trails and events that enrich every season of the year. Tour the move-in ready homes to see all that The Villas has to offer. Exit the I-10 East at Monroe and go north. Turn right on 41st Ave. and then left on Gore. Go around the circle and through the gate, then left on Firenze Rd. Model parking straight ahead at 82-429 Puccini Dr., Indio, CA 92203. The sales office is open Friday through Sunday from 9 am to 5 pm. Closed Monday through Thursday. Visit VillasIndio.com for more details or call Casey Erickson at 760-342-5131.

The Villas At Paradiso is situated within the highly acclaimed Desert Sands Unified School District while Legends At The Gallery is positioned within the Palm Springs Unified School District. Both communities are centrally located and are convenient to the I-10 freeway. Diverse shopping destinations, award-winning restaurants and famed tennis and golf resorts in Palm Desert, Indio and renowned Palm Springs add prestige to your new address. Whether you have a young family looking for value and convenience or you're moving up to a true desert retreat, the move-in ready homes offer outstanding prices and smart moves.

Savvy buyers will jump at the chance to own their dream home right away! Ponderosa Homes is making two exceptional desert neighborhoods the ideal places to take a big step forward. Great selections, unbeatable values, gated privacy, outstanding schools, shopping and recreation—don't miss out. Visit The Villas At Paradiso and Legends At The Gallery and select your new move-in ready life!

Since 1968, Ponderosa Homes has earned a solid reputation for building superior residences of lasting value for families in some of California's best locations. A steadfast commitment to the values of honesty and integrity has earned Ponderosa Homes some of the industry's most prestigious awards as well as a high rate of repeat and referral homeownership. Every residence meets rigorous standards for excellence, from architecture to construction to the quality inspection process, to ensure the lasting value of a home is worthy of the Ponderosa legacy. For additional information regarding Ponderosa Homes communities, please visit PonderosaHomes.com.